One Good Turn
Originally released in 1931. One Good Turn is a comedy film. directed by James W. Horne. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, and Mary Carr
Synopsis
Down and out Stan and Ollie beg for food from a friendly old lady who provides them with sandwiches. While eating, they overhear the lady's landlord tell her he's going to throw her out because she can't pay her mortgage. They don't realize that the old lady is really rehearsing for a play. Stan and Ollie decide to help the old lady by selling their car. During the auction a drunk puts a wallet in Stan's pocket. Ollie accuses Stan of robbing the old lady, but when the truth is revealed Stan takes revenge on Ollie.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 31, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Good (41 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hal Roach Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Good Turn about?
Down and out Stan and Ollie beg for food from a friendly old lady who provides them with sandwiches. While eating, they overhear the lady's landlord tell her he's going to throw her out because she...
Who directed One Good Turn?
One Good Turn was directed by James W. Horne.
How long is One Good Turn?
One Good Turn has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was One Good Turn released?
One Good Turn was released on October 31, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in One Good Turn?
The main cast of One Good Turn includes Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Mary Carr, James Finlayson, Billy Gilbert.